By Jasreet Kaur30, Nov 2024 12:00 PMjagranjosh.com
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Koalas are cute animals from Australia that sleep a lot. They sleep about 18 to 22 hours a day because their food doesn’t give them much energy. Tap to read in detail.
Sleep Duration
Koalas sleep for 18–22 hours every day. They sleep so much because their food, eucalyptus leaves, gives them very little energy.
Diet
Koalas eat eucalyptus leaves. These leaves are hard to digest and provide little nutrition, requiring koalas to conserve energy.
Activity Time
Koalas are mostly active at night. During this time, they climb trees and eat to get the nutrients they need.
Energy Conservation
They have a slow metabolism. This helps them save energy and rest for most of the day without moving much.
Safety
Koalas sleep in trees to avoid predators. Sleeping high up keeps them safe from animals like dingoes.
Life Cycle
Koalas sleep a lot throughout their lives. They live about 10–15 years in the wild, depending on their health.